NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bank Porter/Driver based at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
To Provide a wide and varied range of Portering, Security and Waste Management Services which support Clinical services throughout NHS Ayrshire and Arran in line with National Standards. Applicants should be physically fit. Previous experience in a similar role will be an advantage however full training will be provided.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
1. Knowledge of Health & Safety
2. IT computer literate
3. Good Communication
4. Ability to comply with Departmental Procedures within a very large department
5. Ability to work individually and in a team setting
6. Ability to complete work schedule within designated timescale
7. Expected to work with minimal supervision.
8. Flexible approach to work and working hours, post cover a 24 hour/365 day period.
9. Present positive attitude. Courteous/Polite. Clean/Tidy appearance
10. High level of mobility and stamina
11. Flexible approach to work routines/areas
12. Availability to complete induction programme /attend mandatory courses
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
As and When Required covering various shift patterns over 24hrs a day, 7 days a week. A focus will be on availability for back, night and all weekend shifts
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.
The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this, please visit for further information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
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We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.